A multi-disciplinary recent grad in business and entertainment

Paarth D.

I am a dedicated educator and mentor focused on helping students build academic mastery, intellectual curiosity, and long-term confidence. Originally from Texas, I earned degrees in Business, Film, and Data Science from the University of Texas at Austin. I now work in the entertainment industry in Los Angeles at the intersection of creative development and business strategy. This multidisciplinary background enables me to connect theoretical concepts with real-world application, helping learners understand not just how to solve a problem, but why it matters. My teaching experience spans over eight years at my mother's math and reading center, where I worked with students from ages 3 through 15 in both one-on-one and small group environments. I have guided learners through early numeracy, elementary arithmetic, pre-algebra, algebra I & II, geometry, trigonometry, pre-calculus, and comprehensive reading and writing development. Working with such a diverse age range taught me how to read a student's engagement in real time. I know how to balance rigorous instruction with well-timed breaks, keeping younger children focused and older students energized without feeling overwhelmed. In addition to core academic subjects, I provide targeted coaching in career development, networking, and business strategy. Having navigated eight competitive internships across corporate and creative fields prior to my current role, I help older students develop practical professional skills, resume strategy, and long-range educational roadmaps. My teaching philosophy centers on patience, active listening, and meeting each student at their individual level to build enduring, self-sustaining study habits.